Team Lead Park Maintenance - Groundskeeping - Full Time Job Category : OPS
Requisition Number : TEAML003791
Posted : July 22, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
Locations Showing 1 location
Stampede Park
Calgary Exhibition & Stampede
PO BOX 1060
CALGARY, AB T2P2K8, CAN

Stampede Park
Calgary Exhibition & Stampede
PO BOX 1060
CALGARY, AB T2P2K8, CAN

The Calgary Stampede is a not-for-profit community organization that preserves and promotes our western heritage, cultures and community spirit with a vision to create a world-class, year-round gathering place for the community. Exemplifying the theme We’re Greatest Together, the Stampede is one of the most respected volunteer-based organizations in the world governed by a Board of Directors with over 2,500 passionate volunteers and 1,200 year-round employees.
As an organization that exists for the benefit of the community, inclusion and equity are woven into our core values of western hospitality, pride of place, integrity and commitment to the community. The world-class, year-round gathering place we have built for the community also welcomes visitors from around the world and those who are new to the local community. We know that blending diverse cultures with our long-standing traditions makes community spirit thrive.
Position Summary
The Team Lead Park Maintenance – Groundskeeping is a member of the Park and Facility Services Division. The Team Lead must possess a passion for groundskeeping and is responsible for assisting the Park Maintenance Supervisor - Groundskeeping - in providing leadership, operational support and asset protection, at a consistently high level and according to defined standards, to all internal and external stakeholders and guests in a dynamic operating environment.
Responsibilities
This role requires strong organization, leadership, customer service, and semi-skilled heavy manual labour work, which includes, but is not limited to:
Adhering to all safety and environmental protection programs,



policies and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy work setting.
Maintaining green spaces, gardens and planters.
Contributing to new employee orientation and on boarding within the department.
Equipment operation, daily time sheet management and completion of service requests.
Supporting supervisors with performance management, mentorship, and training as well as providing input into performance reviews
Paperwork/administrative duties as required for audits, inspections and resource utilization
Other duties as assigned
Closing Date: Wednesday August 5, 2026
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be proactive, optimistic and have worked in a dynamic environment where they have experience delivering on multiple priorities and will hold the following qualifications:
Must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license (non-GDL), with a minimum of one (1) year driving experience required
Horticulture or landscaping certification (C.H.T, LHAP, ISA or equivalent)
Minimum of two (2) years previous industry work experience
Minimum of two (2) years previous supervisory or leadership experience in the labour field
Minimum of two (2) years’ groundskeeping experience and related equipment experience including mowers, whips, chainsaws and ride-on mowers
Aptitude to perform heavy lifting and manual labour
Exceptional customer service, communication, problem solving, planning and time management skills
WHMIS Certification
Must have CSA approved steel toe work boots
Must be proficient in landscape plant and weed identification
Must be able to adapt quickly and shift priorities as operational needs evolve.
Physical Demands
Frequent lifting upwards of 50 lbs with occasional lifting up to 75 lbs.
Pushing, pulling, crouching, bending, and reaching frequently.
Exposure to dust, fumes, gas, odors’, animal dander, bedding waste and variability of seasonal climate.
Physical and visual acuity is required.
The Calgary Stampede offers a unique and exciting work environment, an excellent total compensation package and the opportunity for advancement and employee training.

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📌 Team Lead Park Maintenance - Groundskeeping - Full Time (Alberta)
🏢 Calgary Stampede
📍 Alberta